[Solved]: A nurse is assigned to a newly admitted client with…

A nurse is assigned to a newly admitted client with Hepatitis B to the general internal medicine unit. A peripheral IV line needs to be inserted to monitor electrolytes through frequent blood tests. Which of the following statements about peripheral IV insertion and maintenance prevent the risk of infection? Select all that apply: 1. If skin is touched after cleansing, the cleansing procedure is repeated 2. Aseptic technique is used when inserting and maintaining a peripheral IV line 3. Any potential breaks in tubing are repaired with medical tape 4. The insertion site is first cleaned with soap and water 5. The insertion site is cleansed with an antiseptic cleansing agent using a circular motion starting outwards moving towards the center